DAYTON, Oh. - The NCAA Tournament is an event driven by big moments, and Jamarius Burton is a player who thrives in late-game situations.
On Tuesday night at the University of Dayton Arena, Burton’s knack for big plays converged with the magic of the NCAA Tournament in Pitt’s nail-biting 60-59 win over Mississippi State.
Mississippi State took a late 59-58 lead on a Tolu Smith layup with 32 seconds remaining, setting the stage for Burton to go to work on Pitt’s final possession.
“When I got the ball, I just told myself that I’m built for it,” Burton told reporters after the game.
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On Tuesday night at the University of Dayton Arena, Burton’s knack for big plays converged with the magic of the NCAA Tournament in Pitt’s nail-biting 60-59 win over Mississippi State.
Mississippi State took a late 59-58 lead on a Tolu Smith layup with 32 seconds remaining, setting the stage for Burton to go to work on Pitt’s final possession.
“When I got the ball, I just told myself that I’m built for it,” Burton told reporters after the game.
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